Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 6 years of historical weather data.
15%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
8.5kts
Avg Wind
year-round
26°
Avg Temp
feels 29°
6yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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LagoonSpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
SE135°Best Wind
Protected shallow water, typically flat and ideal for learning or freestyle
About This Spot
Este del Este is a protected lagoon system on Cuba's northeastern coast, characterized by shallow turquoise waters and extensive mangrove forests. The lagoon faces northeast with a planned residential development on its western shore. The spot offers weak to moderate conditions with minimal wave generation due to shallow water depth and protected nature. Wind conditions show low reliability at 15.3%, though side-shore winds from the southeast (135°) would provide optimal conditions. The lagoon's shallow nature makes it suitable for beginners learning body dragging and basic maneuvers, as low-energy waves minimize impact risks. However, the limited fetch distance, numerous vegetation obstacles, and shallow depths present navigation challenges. Water temperatures averaging 26°C are comfortable year-round. This location is better suited for light-wind practice sessions rather than progression-focused sessions. Kiters should be aware of the residential development's potential impact on water access and wind patterns, as well as the technical challenges of maneuvering in confined shallow-water conditions.
Hazards & Safety
shallow water throughout lagoon
mangrove vegetation and obstacles
residential area proximity limiting space
inconsistent wind patterns
low wave energy
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
28°C
Avg Water Temp
0.7m
Avg Waves
🌊 Light Swell
Typical Conditions
🩳 Boardshorts
Typical Wetsuit
Clean small waves, good for wave riding practice
Wind Characteristics
EDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
17%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
25%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
24%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 6 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
22%
9kts
22°feels 23°
26°
PM
~0d
Feb
22%
10kts
23°feels 25°
26°
Eve
~0d
Mar
22%
10kts
24°feels 26°
Monthly Water Conditions
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